Power Plants to be run by Companies: Minister confirms

Each power plant will be run by respective companies as per the government’s restructuring plan of Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) , minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekara told Parliament today.

New Peru president sworn in, predecessor Castillo arrested

LPeru swore in a new president on Wednesday after a day of political drama that saw leftist leader Pedro Castillo arrested after his ousting from office in an impeachment trial following his last-ditch bid to cling to power by dissolving Congress.

Naval, fishing communities cautioned not to venture into deep sea

Naval and fishing communities are cautioned not to venture into the deep sea areas off the coast until further notice due to the deep depression over the Southeast Bay of Bengal, the Meteorology Department said.

Sri Pada season commences with the dawn of Unduwap Poya

Sri Pada pilgrim season 2022/23 commenced last morning with the dawn of Unduwap full moon Poya.

Seven more ministers to be appointed

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) made fresh engagements with Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane on the next Cabinet reshuffle expected after the final vote of the budget in Parliament today, Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka’s air quality deteriorates

The fog or mist seen these days is not natural occurrence as the air quality has reached very unhealthy levels in the Northern part of Sri Lanka.

Youth dependent mentality must change; contribute to country’s development ambitions: Prasanna Ranaweera

The dependent mentality of the country’s youth should be changed to contribute to the country’s national development ambitions and entrepreneurship objectives, Small and Medium Enterprises Development State Minister Prasanna Ranaweera said.

Government to expedite FTA talks with India, China and Thailand

The government plans to resume free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with India, China and Thailand and expedite the completion process, a senior official said.

Prez calls on larger players not to leave SMEs behind

As all sections of the business community are leaving no routes unexplored to ensure they stay afloat, the vulnerable small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must not be left behind, asserted President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Chamika loses four teeth following a fielding mishap

Chamika Karunaratne of the Kandy Falcons has lost four teeth following an injury during the match against the Galle Gladiators today.

47th annual SL school aquatic championship begins

The 47th annual Sri Lanka schools aquatic championship began today at Sugathadasa swimming pool, in the presence of Education Minister Susil Premajayantha. Offering a national platform for 5,000 children representing over 200 schools, the championship is organized by the Sri Lanka Schools Aquatic Sports Association and sponsored by Nestle Milo. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Pindapatha mission

A pindapatha mission with the participation of more than 200 monks was observed as a part of a series of religious programs during the Uduvap poya day named Metta Sanghadana at Kotte today. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Deep depression over Southeast Bay of Bengal could intensify into cyclonic storm: Met Dept.

The Meteorology Department said today that a deep depression over the Southeast Bay of Bengal has formed up and expected to move west-northwestwards and intensify into a cyclonic storm this evening.

Presidential election next year?

Whilst highlighting that a Presidential election is the best option when it comes to seeking a mandate of the people, UNP stalwart Navin Dissanayake today said one could expect a presidential poll in August 2023.

Race against time to save India boy stuck in well

A rescue operation is underway to save an eight-year-old boy who has been stuck in a narrow well in India for over 16 hours.

To overcome crisis, electricity bill should be increased: CEB chairman

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is submerged in a huge financial crisis, and an increase in electricity consumption charges must be done to cover the cost of the board, CEB Chairman Nalinda Ilangakoon said.

Private hospital exposed over alleged kidney racket responds

Western Hospital, the private hospital at No. 218 Cotta Road, Borella which was exposed in connection with the alleged kidney racket has denied any involvement with organ trafficking or the smuggling of organs.

Great Britain supports implementation of Climate Prosperity Plan

Great Britain has expressed its willingness to provide the necessary technical and practical support to Sri Lanka to implement the ’’Climate Prosperity Plan’’.

Probe launched after video of a man abusing traffic police officers goes viral

The Police has launched an investigation after a video of a person threatening two police officers on traffic duty has gone viral on social media.

Paperless bills, receipts for consumers from January: Minister

The Power and Energy Ministry is contemplating to introduce paperless bills and receipts to all customers from January.

COPE reveals major irregularities at J’pura Hospital

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) revealed major irregularities at the Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital.

Foreign tourists contribute to generate significant revenue to wildlife sector: Minister

The Wildlife Department has received a record income from tourists who came in luxury passenger liners, Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said.

Seeking blessings on Unduvap Poya Day

Devotees are seen engaged in religious activities at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo to mark the Unduvap Poya Day, this morning. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Int'l financial bodies agreed to support to SL in future: Siyambalapitiya

International financial organizations have agreed to provide future financial support to our country, Finance State Minister Ranjith Siambalapitiya said.

COVID clearance certification no longer mandatory to enter SL: Health Ministry

The Health Ministry has removed the restrictions that were in force on passengers travelling from overseas during COVID-19 pandemic.

Cabinet yet to discuss offering East Container Terminal to Japan: Bandula

While acknowledging the need to divest certain State-owned assets to re-build the country’s foreign reserves, Cabinet Spokesperson....

Three die in separate incidents in Maligawatta, Gokarella

Three people had lost their lives in separate incidents yesterday in Maligawatta and Gokarella police areas, the police said.

Over 12,000 kids abandoned in orphanages as parents are drug addicts

More than 12,000 children are currently being abandoned in orphanage homes because their parents are drug addicts, and most of them received hospital treatment without their parents due to abuse incidents, Lady Ridgeway Hospital (LRH) consultant paediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera said.

Travel ban imposed on hospital directors over alleged kidney racket

A broker arrested over alleged kidney racket which was exposed recently at Western Hospital in Borella Cotta Road was yesterday ordered to be remanded till December 13 by Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court.

Inter House Athletics Meet 2022 of the Lyceum Gampaha

Inter House Athletics Meet 2022 of the Lyceum International School Gampaha was held at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium Diyagam on Sunday. On the invitation of Lyceum International School Gampaha Director Dilmi Ratnayake and Principal Thilanka Karunaratne the Secretary to the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs Dr. Amal Harsha De Silva graced the occasion as the chief guest .